Wine and Food Fiesta at Costa d’Este Slated for March 10
Vero Beach, FL -- The American Red Cross North Treasure Coast Chapter recently announced that its 2010 “An Affair to Remember” benefit gala will feature a memorable oceanside Wine and Food Fiesta at Costa d’Este Beach Resort in Vero Beach. Offering guests a fun-filled break during the week, the event slated for Wednesday, March 10, from 7-10 p.m. will celebrate the sights, sounds and flavors of Spain, featuring unique silent auction items, complimentary tapas and wine tasting and music by Don Soledad Trio.
Twelve carefully selected vintages, provided by sponsors Southern Wine and Spirits, Premiere Beverage and Republic National Distributing Company, will be among the highlights of the evening. Executive Chef David Rodriquez of Costa d’Este is also planning a unique pairing of tapas and other savory delights that will blend with the Spanish wine selections.
Costa d’Este is also offering guests of the event a mid-week getaway special that will further benefit American Red Cross. Guests of the event who book a room at the best available rate will receive a complimentary breakfast for two; 10% of the proceeds from their overnight stay will be donated to the North Treasure Coast Chapter.
Health Promotion Foundation on, behalf of Jay Morgan Lifeline Scholarship for Hanley Center, is the presenting sponsor. Other sponsors currently include George E. Warren; Scripps Treasure Coast Newspapers; Treasure and Space Coast Radio; Leigh Jewelers; Comcast; Northern Trust; Becker Holdings; Kmetz, Nuttall, Elwell, Graham, PLLC (KNEG); FPL; Riverside Theatre; Cost d’Este Beach Resort and Service Masters.
Steering committee members include chairman Jim Anderson and members Amy Bieber, Amy Brunjes, Shelia Daniels, Madison Hodges, Jonnie Jennings, Athalia Jones, Tom Kiernan, Julie Lilliquist, Ray McGowan and Ted Harrold. Tickets are $125 per person and are available through the American Red Cross North Treasure Coast Chapter at 772-562-2549.
Additional sponsorship opportunities and committee positions are available. For more information, contact Kathy Hurt at 772-321-3761.
An Affair to Remember – Wine & Food Fiesta at Costa d’Este steering committee gather at Costa d’Este Beach Resort to plan March 10 event. (Left to right) Madison Hodges – WQCS, Athalia Jones, Ted Harrold, Amy Bieber, Tom Kiernan – PNC Wealth Management, Julie Lilliquist – Treasure & Space Coast Radio, and Jim Anderson.
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